Special offers

“Sörenberg–Kemmeriboden” special ticket

Hike through the UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch, Switzerland’s first biosphere reserve. Moorland landscapes, fissured limestone surfaces and wild mountain streams make for an unforgettable experience of nature. For the final touch, enjoy a heavenly meringue at the Landgasthof Kemmeriboden Bad restaurant.

From Sörenberg, the gondola lift takes you up to Rossweid. The impressive hike via Salwideli through nationally important moorland starts there. Enjoy the majestic winter landscape, the crunchy snow beneath your feet, the icy cold on your face and the breath-taking panoramic views.

Benefit from an attractive round-trip ticket that includes every method of transport (gondola lift, train and bus) as well as a meringue as a special reward.

Special ticket

With this special ticket, you get the entire round trip from a single source:

Postbus Schüpfheim–Sörenberg/Kemmeriboden–Escholzmatt
BLS line Escholzmatt–Schüpfheim
Sörenberg–Rossweid gondola
A portion or gift pack of meringue at the Landgasthof Kemmeriboden-Bad

Purchase now

Highlights

Public transport round trip & mountain railway included – relax without a car
Panoramic trail through the moorland landscapes of the biosphere
Mooraculum: nature adventure for young and old
The crowning glory: the legendary Merängge at Kemmeriboden-Bad
Enjoy nature all year round: summer and winter routes adapted to the season

Rates

CHF 46.00 Adults
CHF 29.00 Half-Fare travelcard
CHF 29.00 Children (6–15.99)
CHF 18.00 GA Travelcard

Prices in CHF incl. VAT / Prices and products subject to alteration

The special ticket includes the following:

Postbus Schüpfheim–Sörenberg/Kemmeriboden-Bad–Escholzmatt
BLS route Escholzmatt–Schüpfheim
Sörenberg–Rossweid gondola lift
A portion of Merängge at the Landgasthof Kemmeriboden-Bad or a gift pack of meringue from the Regiolädeli to take home

Where to buy

The “Sörenberg–Kemmeriboden” special ticket is available at:

BLS web shop
BLS Travel Centres
Postbus on routes 241 (Schüpfheim‒Sörenberg) and 251 (Escholzmatt‒Kemmeriboden)
Sörenberg mountain railways (at the ticket office of the Sörenberg‒Rossweid mountain railway)

Notes

The journey to/from Schüpfheim is not included in the price. We recommend checking in advance whether supersaver tickets are available.
No further discounts are offered to groups.
For children with the Junior travelcard and Children’s Co-travelcard, the transport services (Postbus, cable car, BLS) are free.

Route & key data

The walk starts at the mountain station of the Rossweid gondola lift. At the start of the walk, you will be sharing the trail with the Nordic walkers. The section to Salwideli is largely level with no great changes in altitude. From Salwideli, the trail now leads gently and continuously downwards through the idyllic winter landscape to the valley bottom between the Rohthorn range and the Schrattenfluh and on to Kemmeriboden-Bad.

Key data

Walking route	Rossweid‒Salwideli‒Kemmeriboden Bad
Distance	11.4 km
Walking time	3 hours 30 minutes
Difficulty level	medium
Elevation difference	+ 37 m / - 524 m

Hiking map and altitude profile Hiking with online map
UNESCO Biosphere Learn more about the biosphere
Learn more about the Moor & Karst UNESCO Biosphere
Mooraculum Adventure Park Hours of fun for your children

Hours & availability Today (Monday) open

Special ticket “Sörenberg–Kemmeriboden”

The special ticket is available from 27 December 2025 to 22 March 2026 (please note the closure for holidays and opening hours at Landgasthof Kemmeriboden-Bad below).

Operating times for the Sörenberg-Rossweid gondola

Winter season 2025/26: Saturday, 20 December 2025 – Sunday, 22 March 2026, daily 08.30–16.30 hours

Opening hours Landgasthof Kemmeriboden Bad

On rest days you can get a pack of meringue in the hotel's Regio-Lädeli or at the hotel reception. When the food truck is open, you can also consume your portion of Merängge on the spot.

Restaurant
Mon–Wed: Days off
Thurs–Sun: 11.45–23.30 hours

Foodtruck
Mon–Wed: 10.00–17.00 hours, only in good weather
Check the opening hours the day before.

Company holidays / closed days:
30.03–29.04.2026

Subject to change without notice

Information about the summer season will follow

Arrival & return

Take the train from Lucerne or Bern to Schüpfheim. Here, you transfer to the Postbus no. 241 and ride to the “Sörenberg, Post” stop. After a short walk, you will reach the valley station of the gondola lift to Rossweid, the starting-point of the walking trail.

Begin your journey home by taking the Postbus (no. 251) from Kemmeriboden to the “Escholzmatt, Bahnhof” stop. From here, BLS takes you back to Schüpfheim and onwards in your desired direction.

Timetable & tickets to/from Schüpfheim

Food & drink

Rossweid adventure restaurant Sun terrace next to the Mooraculum adventure playground
Hotel Landgasthof Kemmeriboden-Bad Kemmeriboden meringues

FAQ – Frequently asked questions

What is included in the special ticket?

PostBus Schüpfheim–Sörenberg, Post and Kemmeriboden–Escholzmatt, BLS route Escholzmatt–Schüpfheim, Rossweid gondola lift, and 1 portion or gift pack of meringues.

When is the special ticket available?

From 27 December 2025 to 22 March 2026. Information about the summer season will follow.

How long does the hike take and how far is it?

Winter route: 11.4 kilometers and approx. 3 hours 30 minutes, medium difficulty.
Summer route: 9.2 kilometers and approx. 2 hours 30 minutes, medium difficulty.

What are the prices with a Half-Fare Card or GA travelcard?

Adults CHF 46.00, with a Half-Fare Card CHF 29.00, with a GA travelcard CHF 18.00.

How can I get the meringue on days when the Kemmeriboden-Bad is closed?

Meringue packs are available in the Regio-Lädeli shop or at reception; when the food truck is open, they are also available on site.

Is travel to Schüpfheim included?

No, travel to/from Schüpfheim is not included in the price. If you are coming from Lucerne, buy a ticket to/from Schüpfheim, and if you are coming from Bern, buy a ticket to/from Escholzmatt (the Escholzmatt–Schüpfheim route is included in the round-trip ticket).

How do I get back?

Take the PostBus line 251 to Escholzmatt. From there, the BLS will take you back to Schüpfheim or in the direction you wish to travel for your journey home.